Quick Mac and Cheese
Creamy, one-pot macaroni and cheese ready in under 30 minutes with a silky cheese sauce made from milk and cheddar.
Equipment
Ingredients
Main ingredients
pasta (dry)
340 g
milk (liquid)
946 ml
cheddar cheese (shredded)
227 g
salt
5 g
black pepper (ground)
2 g
protein of choice (cooked)
150 g
Instructions
Heat the milk
Bring the milk to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
Add pasta and cook
Reduce heat to low and add pasta. Cook, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and help the milk thicken.
Add cheese and seasonings
Stir in salt, pepper, shredded cheese, and optional protein until cheese is fully melted and sauce is creamy.
Serve immediately
Serve hot straight from the pot.
Original recipe
Storage
Best enjoyed fresh. Sauce may thicken when stored; add a splash of milk when reheating to restore creaminess.
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